The pickled limes from Little Women show us Amy: she wants to be fashionable and popular. I’m fascinated by the way foods tell us something about the books they’re featured in–and more intimate still, the people who eat them. But when you think of food in Anne of Green Gables, you probably think of the memorable scenes involving liniment cake or raspberry cordial. The banquets in Redwall are an example of the former the series contains some of the most famous feasts in literature.
Good literature appeals to all the senses, so much so that a good written description of food can actually make you hungry! When food is mentioned in books it either contributes to the overall flavour of the book, or makes one scene particularly memorable. Want to make some recipes inspired by famous books? Enjoy a literary feast with 9 foods from novels and classic children’s books that you can make at home! These literary recipes will remind you of your favorite iconic food scenes from books! Try eating them while you read the book, or serve these dishes to go with a book club discussion.
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